Federal Associate Quality Engineer 2027

IBM; Herndon (VA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

IBM is launching a Federal Associate Quality Engineer 2027 program to develop testing and validation skills for government-facing software solutions. You will work in an agile setting and contribute to automated, manual, and cognitive testing to ensure high-quality deliverables for federal clients.

The role emphasizes learning with certifications and AI-driven platforms, under mentorship and with growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• Basic understanding of the process of Software Testing.
• Introductory development background.
• Familiarity with cloud computing concepts.
• Exposure to basic AI concepts, ethics, and methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Build automated tests using tools such as Selenium, Protractor, Katalon, Cucumber, etc.
• Create test data and test environments
• Write and execute test scripts under the direction of a senior tester and test lead and identify errors and validate successes for any software solution
• Identify, understand, and document all programming errors and operational characteristics that are inconsistent with stated requirements and design specification goals for the given program, application or set of applications
• Do a deep-dive and present test results to clients and project teams clearly

Skills

Software testing basics

Intro development background

Cloud concepts familiarity

AI concepts exposure

Tools

Confluence

JIRA

Selenium

Test Data Management Tools

Performance Testing Tools

Job description

Come forge the future like an IBMer

Ready to think boldly, work with some of the world's most recognized brands, and kick-start your career? Welcome to the IBM's Associate Program for university hires.

Introduction

Come forge the future like an IBMer

Ready to think boldly, work with some of the world's most recognized brands, and kick-start your career? Welcome to the IBM's Associate Program for university hires. From day one, you'll collaborate with global clients and contribute to projects that help organizations solve their toughest challenges across digital transformation, cloud strategy, AI adoption, and process redesign - working alongside a global cohort of diverse, ambitious peers. As an Associate, you'll have access to industry-recognized certifications, digital badges, and a minimum of 40 hours of structured learning per year on IBM's AI-driven learning platform - supported by coaches, mentors, and thriving professional communities across practices. IBM's culture of internal mobility means you'll have the freedom to explore new technologies, industries, and career paths as your interests evolve. Bring your curiosity. Grow your skills. Build what's next - like an IBMer.

About The Team

In this role, you will join IBM's US Federal team to deliver secure, mission-critical technology solutions for government agencies. You'll work with federal, state, and local clients while developing specialized expertise in government compliance and security standards. This role offers unique career growth in a high-demand sector where your contributions directly impact public services and government missions.

Your Role And Responsibilities

As a Federal Associate Quality Engineer 2027 at IBM, your technical skills will directly impact the quality of the software we create, and your recommendations and findings will help us make sure we're delivering the best of the best. Come work in an agile environment where you will help each iteration reach the next level. Whether the testing is manual, automated, or cognitive, you hold a key role in releasing the best deliverables to our clients and IBM alike.

In Your Role You May Be Responsible For

• Building automated tests using tools such as Selenium, Protractor, Katalon, Cucumber, etc.
• Create test data and test environments
• Write and execute test scripts under the direction of a senior tester and test lead and identify errors and validate successes for any software solution
• Identify, understand, and document all programming errors and operational characteristics that are inconsistent with stated requirements and design specification goals for the given program, application or set of applications
• Do a deep-dive and present test results to clients and project teams clearly

These positions are anticipated to start between March and August of 2027.

Candidates must have the ability to obtain and maintain a Federal security clearance while in IBM Consulting-Federal.

Preferred Education

None

Required Technical And Professional Expertise

• Basic understanding of the process of Software Testing
• Introductory development background
• Familiarity with cloud computing conceptsAbility to thrive in an ever changing, technology-based Consulting environment
• Exposure to basic AI concepts, ethics, and methodologies

Preferred Technical And Professional Experience

• Knowledgeable on design, creation and execution of functional and/or non-functional test cases; experience with tool (or similar tools) such as: Confluence, JIRA, Selenium, Test Data Management Tools, Performance Testing Tools
• Exposure to at least one cloud platform such as AWS, Azure, IBM, or Google Cloud
• Familiarity with data quality analysis, and testing skills in API, ETL and SQL
• Exposure to basic data science concepts